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P939 TMJ

1997 BMW C1

Green Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2025
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

151,301 mi
Last recorded151,301 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 BMW C197,506 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP939 TMJ
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 10 Aug 2024 151,301 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 150,385 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 147,060 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 147,031 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 139,666 miles

Central Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Front under sealed front and rear

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear lens broken been taped over

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 134,729 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 133,522 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 130,374 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 123,605 miles

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 4 May 2012 114,880 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 109,648 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 May 2010 101,224 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 87,482 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 79,164 miles

How Reliable is the BMW C1?

Based on 12,168 MOT tests across 1,391 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
1,054
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,391
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 519
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 275
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 262
Brake disc(s) excessively worn 134
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 132
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P939 TMJ is a 1997 BMW C1 in Green with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 BMW C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 97,506 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW C1 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 519 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P939 TMJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW C1 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this BMW C1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P939 TMJ registered?

P939 TMJ is a 1997 BMW C1, first registered on 27 June 1997.

Is P939 TMJ safe to buy?

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